Sen Teaching Assistant (Permanent, Contract, Temporary) in Leeds

Academics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join an inclusive and welcoming primary school in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning in a nurturing and structured environment.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with learning difficulties and educational needs including social, emotional, and mental health needs. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will help create a positive learning environment where students can develop both academically and personally.

• Building positive and trusting relationships with young people
• You will support children and young people who require additional emotional and behavioural support to access education successfully. Many students have faced challenges in their educational journey and benefit from consistent encouragement, patience, and understanding from the adults around them.

Why Choose an SEN Setting?

• A role within this school offers the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.
• Helping students build confidence, resilience, and self-esteem.
• Making a positive impact on behaviour, engagement, and long-term outcomes.
• Gaining excellent experience for future careers in education, psychology, counselling, social care, or youth work.
• Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth work, coaching, mentoring, or similar settings.
• Confidence in managing and responding to challenging behaviours.
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people with additional needs.